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After a period of cryptic teasing via social media, Digital Eclipse announced Tuesday afternoon that it will be releasing a series of interactive, playable documentaries about video game innovations over the years. Up first is The Making of Karateka, expected to release sometime this year for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. We’re told it’s a deep dive into the development of Karateka, Jordan Mechner’s groundbreaking 1984 martial arts game that served as a precursor to Prince of Persia.
Those who have kept an eye on Digital Eclipse’s most recent releases shouldn’t be surprised by the announcement. The company–which formed in 1992–was once known for its arcade ports and licensed tie-ins, but a reformation in 2015 ushered in a new team including video game historian Frank Cifaldi. With a new focus on preserving and celebrating video games of old, they’ve managed to score big with gamers and critics alike. The care taken with compilations such as the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection proved that the company was not in it to make a quick buck, but to craft engaging experiences that fans can enjoy and learn from.
2022’s Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration took the already impressive educational aspect to new heights. Rather than a simple collection of games, it features an interactive timeline full of playable games, high resolution artwork, and video interviews with key people. And it looks like the new Gold Master Series will take this same approach, with its first entry including four playable versions of Karateka along with tons of extras! It’s honestly got us pretty excited, but we’d like to know what you think. Is there a particular game or innovation you’d like to see covered?
